1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 615 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
