1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Dodge Neon
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1998 Dodge Neon were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Neon (150 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Neon weights approximately 24 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 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Dodge Neon. (175 Nm). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Dodge Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Neon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
