1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 1 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xsara | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
