1997 Citroen XM vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 1997 Citroen XM and 1997 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 1 more horse power than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 299 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Because 1997 Mercedes-Benz S is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mercedes-Benz S.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 1997 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | XM | S |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |