1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Ford EDGE
To start off, 2013 Ford EDGE is newer by 15 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Ford EDGE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford EDGE (301 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford EDGE should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford EDGE weights approximately 1002 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 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE 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, 2013 Ford EDGE (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford EDGE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2013 Ford EDGE has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford EDGE will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Ford EDGE | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | EDGE |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 301 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2022 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2223 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2824 mm |