1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Ford Focus
To start off, 2000 Ford Focus 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 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Focus (143 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
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 (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Focus. (202 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Focus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2620 mm |
