1996 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2006 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 10 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 435 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.
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, 2006 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM. 2006 Ford Five Hundred has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2006 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 203 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |