1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 4 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Volkswagen Corrado (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1992 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | Corrado |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
