2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Honda Jazz
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 Jazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Jazz would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Jazz weights approximately 742 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Honda Jazz | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Jazz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |