1999 Citroen XM vs. 2009 Renault Logan
To start off, 2009 Renault Logan is newer by 10 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, 1999 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2009 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 215 kg more than 2009 Renault Logan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2009 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | XM | Logan |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 18.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 158 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 | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
