1997 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 29 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, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (241 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | XM | New Beetle |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1309 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |