2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Honda Accord
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 300 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord.
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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |