2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 168 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit.
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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit. 2011 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 2007 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2007 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Fit |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |