1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2002 Honda Civic is newer by 9 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 10 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (98 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Civic weights approximately 32 kg more than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
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, 2002 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
