2012 Honda Pilot vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2012 Honda Pilot is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Pilot weights approximately 875 kg more than 1999 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, 2012 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Honda Pilot | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Honda | Citroen |
| Model | Pilot | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4862 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1994 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1847 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2550 mm |
