2009 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 11 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 6,761 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (523 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1998 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen XM.
Because 2009 Bentley Brooklands is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Bentley Brooklands. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2009 Bentley Brooklands (774 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 600 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen XM. 2009 Bentley Brooklands has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Bentley Brooklands will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Bentley Brooklands | 1998 Citroen XM | |
Make | Bentley | Citroen |
Model | Brooklands | XM |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6761 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 523 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 774 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.3 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3120 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 66 L |