2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (200 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1998 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 Express (339 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | XM |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2402 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
