2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1969 Mercury Monterey
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Mercury Monterey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Mercury Monterey would be higher. At 7,032 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Mercury Monterey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Mercury Monterey (208 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Mercury Monterey should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Mercury Monterey weights approximately 808 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Mercury Monterey 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 1969 Mercury Monterey. 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, 1969 Mercury Monterey (452 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1969 Mercury Monterey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1969 Mercury Monterey | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercury |
| Model | Xsara | Monterey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7032 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 2060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3160 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
