1997 Citroen XM vs. 1987 Ford Escort
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1987 Ford Escort. (74 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Escort.
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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1987 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Escort |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 74 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
