1996 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 11 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 56 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 420 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Panda |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 150 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 | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |
