1999 Citroen XM vs. 1994 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1999 Citroen XM is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1994 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1994 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 160 kg more than 1994 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 1994 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | XM | Delta |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
