1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 444 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Civic |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1672 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 846 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |