1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2007 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (300 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 GMC Sierra (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2007 GMC Sierra has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 GMC Sierra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Sierra |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 92 mm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 6570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4250 mm |
