1997 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is newer by 15 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta weights approximately 75 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, 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 2012 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | XM | Giulietta |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 218 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 | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4351 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1798 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |