1997 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Fiat Ulysse
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ulysse 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 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 57 more horse power than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 54 kg more 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, 1997 Citroen XM (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Ulysse. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Ulysse.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2006 Fiat Ulysse | |
| Make | Citroen | Fiat |
| Model | XM | Ulysse |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 80 L |
