1996 Citroen XM vs. 2004 Honda Insight
To start off, 2004 Honda Insight is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen XM (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Honda Insight. (67 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen XM weights approximately 427 kg more than 2004 Honda Insight. 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, 1996 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Insight. (90 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen XM | 2004 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Insight |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 853 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 3.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 40 L |
