1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 485 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 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2004 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | Xsara | 9 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |