2009 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1998 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Spark 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen XM weights approximately 485 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. 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, 1998 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Spark | 1998 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Spark | XM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 149 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 | 795 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 66 L |
