1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Honda Civic
To start off, 2005 Honda Civic is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Civic (115 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 224 kg more than 2005 Honda Civic.
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, 1995 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (149 Nm). This means 1995 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Civic |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2088 cc | 1671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 149 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1161 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |