2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (82 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2004 Honda Civic (152 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.9 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 | 1242 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
