1989 Honda Shuttle vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xantia is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (89 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1989 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 512 kg more than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Shuttle. (112 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Shuttle. 1997 Citroen Xantia has automatic transmission and 1989 Honda Shuttle has manual transmission. 1989 Honda Shuttle will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Citroen Xantia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Honda Shuttle | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Shuttle | Xantia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
