1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg

To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 7 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 4,916 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1452 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (117 Nm). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

1997 Citroen Xsara 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Xsara Touareg
Year Released 1997 2004
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 4916 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 10 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 57 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 117 Nm 750 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 96 mm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1190 kg 2642 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1930 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1730 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2860 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 100 L