1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 189 kg more than 1989 Honda Accord.
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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Honda Accord. (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2156 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 186 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1299 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
