1994 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Honda S2000
To start off, 2000 Honda S2000 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 322 kg more than 2000 Honda S2000.
Because 2000 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S2000. (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2000 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 58 L |
