1996 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000
To start off, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is newer by 4 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 2,997 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (771 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 656 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 weights approximately 410 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 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari F1 2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 (373 Nm) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2000 Ferrari F1 2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | XM | F1 2000 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 771 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3020 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 95 L |
