1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 14 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 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 24 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit.
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, 2010 Honda Fit (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Citroen Xantia. 2010 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Fit |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 40 L |