1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Actyon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 752 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.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Xsara | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
