1997 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2011 Nissan Altima is newer by 14 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Altima weights approximately 118 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. 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, 2011 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2011 Nissan Altima | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | XM | Altima |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2675 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
