2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Honda Stream
To start off, 2008 Honda Stream is newer by 3 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 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Stream (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 132 kg more than 2008 Honda Stream.
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, 2008 Honda Stream (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Honda Stream | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Stream |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
