2009 Cadillac BLS vs. 1997 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Cadillac BLS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Cadillac BLS (179 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1997 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Cadillac BLS (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Cadillac BLS | 1997 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Cadillac | Citroen |
| Model | BLS | XM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 66 L |
