1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Proton Saloon
To start off, 1999 Proton Saloon is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Proton Saloon (82 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Proton Saloon should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 100 kg more than 1999 Proton Saloon.
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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Proton Saloon. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Proton Saloon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Proton Saloon | |
| Make | Citroen | Proton |
| Model | Xsara | Saloon |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2390 mm |
