1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Citroen Xantia (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 538 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | CR-V |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |