1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2007 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 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 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda CR-V weights approximately 292 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, 2007 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (199 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Honda CR-V 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. 2007 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
