1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Honda Ballade
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda Ballade. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Ballade would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 89 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Honda Ballade.
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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Ballade. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Ballade.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Honda Ballade | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Ballade |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 52 L |
