1996 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Ford Explorer
To start off, 1998 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Explorer (160 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Explorer weights approximately 620 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Explorer (311 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1998 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Explorer |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2840 mm |