1993 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 4,312 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 930 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Caprice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Chevrolet Caprice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Caprice (332 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Caprice | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Caprice | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4312 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |
