1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 121 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Fusion |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |