1990 Citroen XM vs. 2011 Honda Accord
To start off, 2011 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Accord weights approximately 334 kg more than 1990 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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 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 1990 Citroen XM. 2011 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1990 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1990 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2011 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1847 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2799 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
