1994 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 138 kg more than 1994 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, 2007 Honda Accord (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |