2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 122 kg more than 1990 Ford Corsair.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Corsair. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 1990 Ford Corsair has manual transmission. 1990 Ford Corsair will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Corsair |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
