1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2013 Jeep Patriot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 211 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jeep Patriot. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Citroen | Jeep |
| Model | Xsara | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1411 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1664 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2634 mm |
