1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2009 Ford Fusion is newer by 10 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 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xsara (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Ford Fusion. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Fusion weights approximately 157 kg more 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, 2009 Ford Fusion (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Ford Fusion | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Fusion |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1177 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |