2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1954 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 4,192 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Mercury Montclair (158 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1954 Mercury Montclair 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 1954 Mercury Montclair. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1954 Mercury Montclair (323 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm). This means 1954 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1954 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Montclair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2980 mm |
