2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Honda Stream
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Stream would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 230 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, 2003 Honda Stream (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1672 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
