1997 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 12 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 310 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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 (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 193 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 | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |