1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2005 Ford Maverick is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 Ford Maverick. (118 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Maverick weights approximately 315 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2005 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Maverick will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Maverick. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Maverick | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Maverick |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |