1996 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2005 Seat Leon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Leon (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Leon weights approximately 182 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 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | XM | Leon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 219 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1462 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 62 L |
