1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2011 Ford Kuga is newer by 12 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Ford Kuga is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Kuga (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Kuga should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Kuga weights approximately 460 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 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga 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, 2011 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
