1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2001 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 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 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2162 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 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion 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, 2001 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Ford Excursion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Excursion |
Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 474 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 3261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 167 L |