1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 40 kg more than 2006 Honda Pilot.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
