1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 9 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Honda S2000.
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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
