1989 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Honda Today is newer by 10 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 (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1999 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 627 kg more than 1999 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 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, 1999 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 (235 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Honda Today. 1999 Honda Today has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Today will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 1999 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Today |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1337 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
