1989 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 267 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Accord |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4851 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
