1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2009 Opel Corsa is newer by 11 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Opel Corsa. (88 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Opel Corsa weights approximately 150 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Opel Corsa. (112 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Corsa |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |