1998 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1990 Citroen XM
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 635 kg more than 1990 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Chevrolet Blazer (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Blazer | 1990 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | XM |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
