1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda CR-V (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 367 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (187 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2202 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
