1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1997 Citroen Xsara and 1997 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E (349 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 690 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 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (531 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | E |
Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5439 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 349 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 531 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.1 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |