1995 Citroen XM vs. 2002 Honda S2000
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1995 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen XM weights approximately 19 kg more than 2002 Honda S2000.
Because 2002 Honda S2000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda S2000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen XM, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Citroen XM | 2002 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 8600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 83.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 58 L |
