1997 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 422 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport (191 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 1994 Pontiac Trans Sport | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | XM | Trans Sport |
Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |