1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2002 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 101 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2002 Honda Accord (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Accord |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |