2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Honda Accord were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP) has 163 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 825 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Citroen | Honda |
Model | Xsara | Accord |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 271 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 16.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 2043 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |