1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, 2005 Saturn ION 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 2,189 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2005 Saturn ION. (138 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn ION weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2005 Saturn ION (197 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn ION will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Xsara | ION |
Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |