1999 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche 911 weights approximately 308 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. 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 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 526 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen XM | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | XM | 911 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 523 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4477 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |