2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Honda Crosstour
To start off, 2013 Honda Crosstour is newer by 10 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Honda Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Crosstour (274 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Crosstour weights approximately 527 kg more than 2003 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Crosstour is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Crosstour 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, 2013 Honda Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2013 Honda Crosstour has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Honda Crosstour | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Crosstour |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 274 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1898 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
