2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Ford Escort
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Escort (130 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ford Escort weights approximately 16 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Ford Escort (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Escort |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
