1999 Chrysler Neon vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 1999 Chrysler Neon and 1999 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chrysler Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chrysler Neon should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 211 kg more than 1999 Chrysler Neon.
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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chrysler Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chrysler Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chrysler Neon | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Citroen |
| Model | Neon | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5850 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4950 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1109 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |
