1996 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Lancia Lybra
To start off, 2006 Lancia Lybra 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Lybra (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 135 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Lybra. (156 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Lybra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2006 Lancia Lybra | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | XM | Lybra |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1747 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1415 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |