1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 1999 Honda City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda City (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Honda City.
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, 1999 Honda City (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Honda City will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | City |
Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |