1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2000 Honda Civic.
Because 2000 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda Civic will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Honda Civic (140 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Civic |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
