1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 6 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 5,948 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (325 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2484 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.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (759 Nm) has 646 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Ford Excursion 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. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Excursion |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 105 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 3504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2040 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3490 mm |
