1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1998 Honda Today is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen Xantia (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 524 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Today 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Today |
Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |