1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 10 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. Both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Honda Stream are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Stream. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Stream.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Stream |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
