1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 and 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4 were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara 1.8 | 1998 Citroen Xsara Coupe 1.4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
