1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (66 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 200 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Citroen Xsara (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (123 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 200 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
