1998 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Peugeot Escapade
To start off, both 1998 Citroen XM and 1998 Peugeot Escapade were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Peugeot Escapade. 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, 1998 Peugeot Escapade (205 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 1998 Peugeot Escapade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 1998 Peugeot Escapade | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | XM | Escapade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 880 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
