1997 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Fiat Grande Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Fiat Grande Punto (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Grande Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2006 Fiat Grande Punto | |
Make | Citroen | Fiat |
Model | XM | Grande Punto |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1908 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |