1998 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Ford Puma
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 5 kg more than 2000 Ford Puma.
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 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Puma. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2000 Ford Puma | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | XM | Puma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1679 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.5 mm |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1275 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |