1998 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2008 Toyota Aygo 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, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 415 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | XM | Aygo |
Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 35 L |