1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 18 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), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic. 2007 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1989 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1989 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Civic |
Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 30 L |