1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1992 Honda Accord
To start off, 1993 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Honda Accord weights approximately 131 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 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, 1992 Honda Accord (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 1992 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Accord |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
