1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 2 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (122 HP) has 48 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 395 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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
