1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Corsa weights approximately 225 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 Opel Corsa (241 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 99 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
