1996 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 1999 Toyota Solara 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 100 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 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Solara |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |