2004 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1996 Citroen XM
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 8 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 358 kg more than 1996 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Blazer (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Blazer | 1996 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Blazer | XM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1638 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 66 L |
