1998 Bentley Turbo vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Bentley Turbo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Turbo (395 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Turbo should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Turbo weights approximately 902 kg more than 1994 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Bentley Turbo 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 1998 Bentley Turbo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1998 Bentley Turbo (800 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Turbo | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Turbo | XM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 800 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2395 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2120 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
