1999 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (128 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 140 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
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, 1999 Citroen XM (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda Civic. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen XM | 2000 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | XM | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1750 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.9:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |