1997 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Nissan Almera
To start off, 2000 Nissan Almera is newer by 3 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. Both 1997 Citroen XM and 2000 Nissan Almera are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Almera (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Almera should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Almera weights approximately 160 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, 2000 Nissan Almera (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2000 Nissan Almera | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Almera |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2540 mm |
