2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Honda City
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda City would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 308 kg more than 2000 Honda City. 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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda City. (122 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Honda City | |
| Make | Citroen | Honda |
| Model | Xsara | City |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
