1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Ford Contour
To start off, 2000 Ford Contour is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Contour (201 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Contour weights approximately 308 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, 2000 Ford Contour (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Ford Contour | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Contour |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
