1999 Citroen XM vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1999 Citroen XM is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 55 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 1999 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146. (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Alfa Romeo 146.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | XM | 146 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
