1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Honda FR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda FR-V is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda FR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda FR-V weights approximately 257 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda FR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Honda FR-V | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | FR-V |
Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1904 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |