1998 Acura Integra vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 1998 Acura Integra and 1998 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Acura Integra. (140 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1998 Acura Integra.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Acura Integra. (172 Nm). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Acura Integra.

Compare all specifications:

1998 Acura Integra 1998 Citroen Xsara
Make Acura Citroen
Model Integra Xsara
Year Released 1998 1998
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1834 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 140 HP 165 HP
Torque 172 Nm 193 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2550 mm


 

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