2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Honda Prelude would be higher. Both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 1992 Honda Prelude are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 56 kg more than 1992 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Honda Prelude. (179 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Honda Prelude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | 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 | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
