1992 Citroen XM vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 1999 Honda Prelude is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1992 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Citroen XM weights approximately 40 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude.
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, 1999 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Citroen XM | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Prelude |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
