1997 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen XM weights approximately 202 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
Because 2011 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | XM | 911 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1591 kg | 1389 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
