1994 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 19 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, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (129 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 56 kg more than 2013 Honda Accord.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (245 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1994 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Citroen XM | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Accord |
Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 99 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1587 kg | 1531 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 65 L |