1990 Citroen XM vs. 2012 Honda Accord
To start off, 2012 Honda Accord is newer by 22 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1990 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Accord weights approximately 164 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, 2012 Honda Accord (219 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Citroen XM | 2012 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Accord |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1444 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 |
