1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Steyr G-series
To start off, 1997 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Steyr G-series would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1994 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Steyr G-series (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Steyr G-series weights approximately 790 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 1994 Steyr G-series (192 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1994 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Citroen | Steyr |
| Model | Xsara | G-series |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1994 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2410 mm |
