1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2005 Honda FR-V 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda FR-V weights approximately 84 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 (177 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda FR-V. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | FR-V |
Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1466 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |