1997 Citroen XM vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1997 Citroen XM is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 28 kg more than 1997 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen XM | 1995 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1308 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |