1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 129 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Rover 200 (237 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 200 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
