1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1998 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 370 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, 1998 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
