2000 Bugatti Veyron vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 6,255 cc (16 cylinders), 2000 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (547 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM.
Because 2000 Bugatti Veyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Bugatti Veyron 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, 2000 Bugatti Veyron (650 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Bugatti Veyron | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Bugatti | Citroen |
| Model | Veyron | XM |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6255 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 16 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Horse Power | 547 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 650 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
