1996 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 13 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), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 57 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | C4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| 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 | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
