1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Korando (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 SsangYong Korando (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xsara | Korando |
Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |