1999 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 14 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 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 400 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | XM | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
