1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Dodge M80
To start off, 2002 Dodge M80 is newer by 5 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Dodge M80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Dodge M80 (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Dodge M80 should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 55 kg more than 2002 Dodge M80.
Because 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2002 Dodge M80 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, 2002 Dodge M80 (319 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2002 Dodge M80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Dodge M80 | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | M80 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
