2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2008 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2008 Honda Pilot is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Pilot weights approximately 876 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 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, 2008 Honda Pilot (325 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 2008 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2008 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xanae | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
