2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Honda CRX
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda CRX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda CRX would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda CRX (123 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 235 kg more than 1998 Honda CRX.
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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda CRX. (150 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | CRX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
