2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2002 Ford Fusion is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fusion. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fusion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fusion weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fusion. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 45 L |
