2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2006 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 207 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V 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 CR-V (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2006 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xantia | 2006 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xantia | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
