1994 Citroen XM vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 7 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 2,963 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Citroen XM (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 413 kg more than 2001 Honda Civic. 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, 1994 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Civic |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2963 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 94.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1493 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
