1996 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 3 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 201 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1999 Acura EL | |
| Make | Citroen | Acura |
| Model | XM | EL |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2619 mm |
