1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is newer by 14 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. Both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 2012 Chevrolet Orlando are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. (128 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Orlando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Orlando weights approximately 465 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2012 Chevrolet Orlando is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando 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, 2012 Chevrolet Orlando (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Orlando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Chevrolet Orlando | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | Xsara | Orlando |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4652 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1633 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |