1999 Citroen XM vs. 2008 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM. 2008 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen XM has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen XM will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Citroen XM 2008 Honda CR-V
Make Citroen Honda
Model XM CR-V
Year Released 1999 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 115 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 174 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 8.8:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 193 km/hour 177 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1280 kg 1470 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.9 L/100km 9.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 58 L