2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 1 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (173 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Civic |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1219 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
