2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Ford Versailles
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Versailles. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Versailles would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Ford Versailles is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Versailles (91 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Versailles should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
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, 1995 Ford Versailles (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Versailles will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Ford Versailles | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Versailles |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
