1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2006 Ford Expedition is newer by 9 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Expedition (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1836 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 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition 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, 2006 Ford Expedition (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Expedition |
Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 106 L |