1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Opel Agila
To start off, 2004 Opel Agila 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2004 Opel Agila. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Agila weights approximately 30 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, 2004 Opel Agila (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Opel Agila | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Agila |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |