1994 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 10 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, 1994 Citroen XM (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 734 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Insight |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 40 L |
