2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,156 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Honda Accord (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Honda Accord weights approximately 312 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1990 Honda Accord (198 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1990 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2156 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |