1989 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2000 Honda CR-V is newer by 11 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (169 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda CR-V weights approximately 80 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2000 Honda CR-V 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, 2000 Honda CR-V 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 (240 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda CR-V. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2000 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | CR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2975 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 169 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1745 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2620 mm |