1996 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2011 Ford C-Max is newer by 15 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), 2011 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2011 Ford C-Max. (113 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford C-Max. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford C-Max weights approximately 95 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM.
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, 2011 Ford C-Max (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2011 Ford C-Max | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | C-Max |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
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 | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1828 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1626 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2648 mm |