2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 699 kg more than 2008 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, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | Accord |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2999 cc |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
