1997 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 3,959 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. (181 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 31 kg more than 1993 Jeep Cherokee. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1993 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1993 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | XM | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 98.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.6 mm |
| 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 | 1591 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
