1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1996 Honda Today
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 Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 460 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Honda Today 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, 1998 Citroen Xantia (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Today |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1400 mm |
