1996 Acura Integra vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 145 kg more than 1996 Acura Integra.
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, 1996 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 1996 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura Integra | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
