1996 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Ford Flex
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex 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 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 314 kg more than 2009 Ford Flex.
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 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM. 2009 Ford Flex has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Flex will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2009 Ford Flex | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Flex |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
