1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2003 Opel Vectra is newer by 4 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (108 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 104 kg more 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, 2003 Opel Vectra (164 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1344 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
