1989 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Honda Today

To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 570 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today will offer significantly more control. 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 (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Citroen XM 1995 Honda Today
Make Citroen Honda
Model XM Today
Year Released 1989 1995
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 656 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 57 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 5500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 710 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 3300 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1400 mm


 

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