1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 11 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), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 754 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.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xantia. 2010 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Pilot |
Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1999 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2774 mm |