1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2010 Ford Bantam is newer by 12 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 72 kg more than 2010 Ford Bantam.
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, 2010 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |
