1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 80 kg more than 2003 Renault Clio.
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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Clio. 2003 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Clio |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
