1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 519 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.
Because 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Citroen Xantia. 2009 Honda Pilot 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. 2009 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Pilot |
Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |