1996 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Ford Ranger
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 535 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2007 Ford Ranger | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Ranger |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 19.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 82 L |