1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Renault Trafic
To start off, 2009 Renault Trafic 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 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Trafic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Trafic (100 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Trafic should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Renault Trafic (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Trafic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Renault Trafic | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Trafic |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3100 mm |
