2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Fit (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 168 kg more than 2012 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Fit |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
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 manual |
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 |