1999 Bentley Hunaudieres vs. 1992 Citroen XM
To start off, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 8,000 cc (16 cylinders), 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (615 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 500 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1992 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres (760 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 592 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bentley Hunaudieres | 1992 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bentley | Citroen |
| Model | Hunaudieres | XM |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 8000 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 615 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 760 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 316 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 66 L |
