1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Honda Element
To start off, 2005 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Honda Element. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Element weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
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 (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Element. (216 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Honda Element | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Element |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 60 L |
