2005 Citroen C5 vs. 1995 Citroen XM
To start off, 2005 Citroen C5 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C5 weights approximately 323 kg more than 1995 Citroen XM.
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, 2005 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen C5 | 1995 Citroen XM | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C5 | XM |
Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1607 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |