2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Accord weights approximately 106 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.
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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (220 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Accord 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 | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Accord |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
