1998 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Skoda Octavia 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. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Skoda Octavia (149 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 170 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 Skoda Octavia (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen XM | 2008 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | XM | Octavia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
