1996 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 666 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 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | XM | Vue |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 329 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 61 L |