1996 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Holden Vectra
To start off, 1999 Holden Vectra 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Holden Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Holden Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Holden Vectra should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Holden Vectra weights approximately 95 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, 1999 Holden Vectra (250 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Holden Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 1999 Holden Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | XM | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
