1996 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | Golf |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |