1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Acura EL 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 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 241 kg more than 1999 Acura EL.
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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Acura EL | |
Make | Citroen | Acura |
Model | Xsara | EL |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2619 mm |