2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Honda Prelude are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Prelude (132 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 8 kg more than 1999 Honda Prelude.
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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Prelude. (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Prelude. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda Prelude has manual transmission. 1999 Honda Prelude will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
