1991 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Honda Civic
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1991 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 106 kg more than 1991 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, 2008 Honda Civic (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen XM. (169 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen XM | 2008 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Civic |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
