1999 Citroen XM vs. 2006 Ford Focus
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (136 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2006 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | XM | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
