2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Honda City
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda City would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1999 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 351 kg more than 1999 Honda City. 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Honda City | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | City |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
