2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Citroen XM
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1086 kg more than 1999 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, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | XM |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |
