2000 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Chevrolet Prizm.
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, 2000 Chevrolet Prizm (170 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Prizm | 1994 Citroen XM | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Prizm | XM |
Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |