1996 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2005 Nissan Armada is newer by 9 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 5,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Armada (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Armada weights approximately 1196 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 2005 Nissan Armada is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Armada will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2005 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Armada |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 106 L |
