2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (157 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 443 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, 2002 Honda Accord (217 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2002 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Accord |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2352 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1433 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
