1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Saturn L
To start off, 2002 Saturn L is newer by 3 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Saturn L weights approximately 318 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, 2002 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Saturn L | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Xsara | L |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
