2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Honda Mobilio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Honda Mobilio would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
