1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Honda City
To start off, 2002 Honda City is newer by 4 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 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 248 kg more than 2002 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (201 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Honda City | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | City |
Year Released | 1998 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |