1998 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Maserati Coupe
To start off, 2005 Maserati Coupe is newer by 7 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 4,254 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Maserati Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Maserati Coupe (385 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Maserati Coupe should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Maserati Coupe weights approximately 400 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Maserati Coupe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Maserati Coupe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Maserati Coupe (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Maserati Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2005 Maserati Coupe | |
Make | Citroen | Maserati |
Model | XM | Coupe |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 4254 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 285 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 18.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 88 L |