1997 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i20 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, 1997 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i20. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 54 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i20. 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, 2009 Hyundai i20 (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i20 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2009 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | XM | i20 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1226 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2525 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |