1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 720 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 Pilot 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 Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Pilot |
Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |