1996 Citroen XM vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 14 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 681 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.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | XM | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 68 L |
