1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Honda Accord
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 180 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2730 mm |
