1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 175 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, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Bora |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |