2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Honda S-MX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | S-MX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
