2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Citroen Xantia
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 538 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2006 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Citroen Xantia | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Odyssey | Xantia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
