1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1997 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,766 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Falcon (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Falcon weights approximately 654 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 1997 Ford Falcon 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 1997 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Ford Falcon (515 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Falcon |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5766 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1674 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |