1993 Citroen Xantia vs. 2013 Honda Accord
To start off, 2013 Honda Accord is newer by 20 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 2,356 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Accord (182 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1993 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1993 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 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, 1993 Citroen Xantia (251 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Accord. (247 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Citroen Xantia | 2013 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Accord |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2356 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1436 kg | 1496 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4862 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |