1996 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 265 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 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Citroen XM 2006 Saab 03-Sep
Make Citroen Saab
Model XM 03-Sep
Year Released 1996 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 207 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5300 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 193 km/hour 235 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 8.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 61 L


 

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