2001 Citroen Xantia vs. 2003 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 650 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xantia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xantia | 2003 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xantia | Explorer |
Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 3994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2840 mm |