1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Holden Cruze
To start off, 2005 Holden Cruze is newer by 8 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Holden Cruze (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 114 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze 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, 2005 Holden Cruze (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Holden Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Holden Cruze | |
| Make | Citroen | Holden |
| Model | Xsara | Cruze |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |
