1995 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,776 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (163 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 694 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, 1995 Chrysler Town & Country (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Town & Country | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Town & Country | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3776 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
