1997 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen XM would be higher. Both 1997 Citroen XM and 2008 Honda Accord are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 88 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, 2008 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen XM. (175 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 217 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 | 1368 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |