2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz.
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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (124 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Jazz |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1048 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |