2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 1990 Honda Civic
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xantia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Civic (150 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 219 kg more than 1990 Honda Civic.
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, 2000 Citroen Xantia (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 1990 Honda Civic | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xantia | Civic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2310 mm |