2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Accord |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1547 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1433 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |