1998 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Opel Vivaro
To start off, 2008 Opel Vivaro is newer by 10 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. Both 1998 Citroen XM and 2008 Opel Vivaro are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Vivaro (118 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Vivaro should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 388 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.
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, 2008 Opel Vivaro (190 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 2008 Opel Vivaro | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | XM | Vivaro |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 158 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 90 L |
