1996 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva
To start off, both 1996 Citroen XM and 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva weights approximately 30 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
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. 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva 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 Oldsmobile Achieva will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1996 Oldsmobile Achieva | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XM | Achieva |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
