1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 19 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 (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 7 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2460 mm |
