1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 12 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 222 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, 2005 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1234 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |