1996 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 253 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
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, 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ (178 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2005 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
| Make | Citroen | Suzuki |
| Model | XM | Wagon R+ |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1246 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1533 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |
