1998 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2012 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 14 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 2 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai ix35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 257 kg more than 1998 Citroen XM.
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, 2012 Hyundai ix35 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen XM | 2012 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | XM | ix35 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 77.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1537 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |