1997 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen XM (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Blazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 324 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 1999 Chevrolet Blazer | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | XM | Blazer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
