2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 800 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 Pilot 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 Pilot 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Pilot |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 328 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 2016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 77 L |