2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Scorpio would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Scorpio (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 70 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.
Because 1998 Ford Scorpio is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Ford Scorpio. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Scorpio. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
