1997 Citroen XM vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 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 88 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 516 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | XM | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
