1996 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 715 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 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2011 Porsche Cayenne (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 2011 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | XM | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1938 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1712 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2896 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |