1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Ford Focus
To start off, 2001 Ford Focus is newer by 3 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 1,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (74 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Focus. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Focus weights approximately 104 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2001 Ford Focus (125 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Focus |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 73 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
