2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Honda CR-V

To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 175 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.

Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Xsara 2006 Honda CR-V
Make Citroen Honda
Model Xsara CR-V
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 148 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 190 km/hour 177 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.2 seconds 10 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1325 kg 1500 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4570 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.7 L/100km 9.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 58 L


 

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