1989 Citroen XM vs. 1991 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1991 Honda Shuttle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1991 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1991 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
