1998 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Dodge Neon
To start off, 1998 Citroen XM is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Dodge Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Dodge Neon would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Neon (150 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 153 kg more than 1994 Dodge Neon.
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, 1994 Dodge Neon (178 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 1994 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | XM | Neon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1127 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
