1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 11 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 68 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 2008 Honda HR-V 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | HR-V |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1317 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2460 mm |
