1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 10 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 23 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (167 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 377 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord 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, 2007 Honda Accord 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, 1997 Citroen Xantia (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xantia | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Accord |
Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
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 | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 267 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 99 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |