1996 Chevrolet Corsica vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corsica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corsica would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corsica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 80 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corsica.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Corsica (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corsica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Corsica | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corsica | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2190 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 55 L |
