1996 Citroen XM vs. 1993 Honda Accord
To start off, 1996 Citroen XM is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1996 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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, 1993 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1993 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen XM | 1993 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |