1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen CC 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. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 548 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 2012 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | CC |
Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4799 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2708 mm |