1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 6 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 5,736 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (605 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Porsche Carrera GT weights approximately 300 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (591 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xsara | Carrera GT |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 591 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2740 mm |
