1989 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 320 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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 (225 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda S2000. (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
