1989 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Honda S2000
To start off, 2007 Honda S2000 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 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (110 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Honda S2000.
Because 2007 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2007 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 6.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
