1994 Citroen XM vs. 2013 Honda CR-Z
To start off, 2013 Honda CR-Z 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda CR-Z (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda CR-Z should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen XM weights approximately 84 kg more than 2013 Honda CR-Z.
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, 2013 Honda CR-Z (174 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Honda CR-Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen XM | 2013 Honda CR-Z | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | CR-Z |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1196 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4079 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2435 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
