1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2004 Lancia Thesis is newer by 5 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 1,998 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lancia Thesis (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 615 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, 2004 Lancia Thesis (309 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Citroen | Lancia |
| Model | Xsara | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 309 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
