1996 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1998 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Caldina |
Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |