1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2007 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 8 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (221 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Ford Five Hundred (278 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Ford Five Hundred 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. 2007 Ford Five Hundred will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford Five Hundred | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Five Hundred |
Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2983 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |