2009 Citroen C3 vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 13 kg more than 1994 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (245 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | XM |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| 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 | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| 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 | 1408 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
