1994 Citroen XM vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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 2007 Honda Civic.
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 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2007 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Civic |
Year Released | 1994 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |