1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 1999 Citroen Xsara and 1999 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Vectra (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Vectra weights approximately 282 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Opel Vectra (170 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 1999 Opel Vectra has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Vectra |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1392 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |