1989 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Honda Stream
To start off, 2001 Honda Stream is newer by 12 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), 2001 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Stream (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Stream weights approximately 52 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. 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, 2001 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2001 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Stream |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2730 mm |
