1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 1998 Honda Today
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xantia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 626 kg more than 1998 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda Today 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, 1998 Honda Today 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 (200 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 1998 Honda Today | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Today |
Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1336 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |