2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Honda Prelude
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Prelude weights approximately 246 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, 1995 Honda Prelude (179 Nm) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1995 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Honda Prelude | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Prelude |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
