1996 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Ford Taurus
To start off, both 1996 Citroen XM and 1996 Ford Taurus were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,392 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Taurus (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Taurus weights approximately 312 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Ford Taurus (312 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM. 1996 Ford Taurus has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Ford Taurus will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1996 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Taurus |
Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |