1989 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Honda Accord
To start off, 2004 Honda Accord is newer by 15 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Accord (161 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Accord weights approximately 2 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, 1989 Citroen XM (255 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Accord. (218 Nm). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2004 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1382 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |
