1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 7 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 3,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (158 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 685 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 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 105 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
