1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Honda Accord

To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 13 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 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 459 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.

Because 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (115 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1993 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1993 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1993 Citroen Xantia 2006 Honda Accord
Make Citroen Honda
Model Xantia Accord
Year Released 1993 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2360 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 115 Nm 217 Nm
Torque RPM 2600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.5:1 9.7:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1299 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 4720 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1420 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 65 L