1996 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 5 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | XM | Vibe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |