2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford Freestyle
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestyle is newer by 6 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 556 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 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle 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, 2006 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (217 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford Freestyle | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Freestyle |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 203 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |
