1989 Citroen XM vs. 2005 Honda Life
To start off, 2005 Honda Life is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Citroen XM would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Citroen XM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Citroen XM (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2005 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Citroen XM weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 Honda Life. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Life is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Citroen XM. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Life 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, 1989 Citroen XM (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Life. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1989 Citroen XM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Life. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Life has manual transmission. 2005 Honda Life will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Citroen XM | 2005 Honda Life | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | XM | Life |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2975 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2370 mm |
