1998 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Ford Extreme EX
To start off, 2001 Ford Extreme EX is newer by 3 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford Extreme EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 68 kg more than 2001 Ford Extreme EX.
Because 2001 Ford Extreme EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Extreme EX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Ford Extreme EX (556 Nm) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Extreme EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 2001 Ford Extreme EX | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Extreme EX |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1212 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
