1999 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti EX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti EX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti EX weights approximately 515 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 Infiniti EX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti EX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti EX (362 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM. 2013 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Citroen XM | 2013 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
Model | XM | EX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 362 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4631 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1589 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2850 mm |