1997 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Peugeot 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Peugeot 406 would be higher. At 2,087 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1997 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | 406 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
