2002 Honda Capa vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Capa would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 260 kg more than 2002 Honda Capa. 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Capa.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Capa | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Honda | Citroen |
Model | Capa | Xsara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 97 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2550 mm |