2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,527 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 100 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 376 kg more than 1994 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Citroen Xsara (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 100 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
