1997 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2013 Jeep Compass is newer by 16 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Compass (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Compass weights approximately 193 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.
Because 2013 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen XM | 2013 Jeep Compass | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | XM | Compass |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4448 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 51 L |
