2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford Excursion
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 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 6,799 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2089 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 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Excursion | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Excursion |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 6799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 3261 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 167 L |
