2001 Citroen C3 vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 2001 Citroen C3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C3. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 302 kg more than 2001 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C3. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen C3 | 1998 Citroen XM | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C3 | XM |
Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 978 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 66 L |