1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1988 Honda Shuttle
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Shuttle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Shuttle would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (114 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1988 Honda Shuttle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 240 kg more than 1988 Honda Shuttle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Honda Shuttle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Honda Shuttle 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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Honda Shuttle. (148 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Honda Shuttle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 1988 Honda Shuttle | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | Shuttle |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
