1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 790 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
| Model | Xsara | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
