1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2005 Opel Corsa 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 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Corsa (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Opel Corsa.
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, 2005 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2500 mm |
