2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Ford Territory
To start off, 2006 Ford Territory is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,982 cc, 2006 Ford Territory is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Territory (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Ford Territory.
Because 2006 Ford Territory is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Territory will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Ford Territory (380 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Territory will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Ford Territory | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Territory |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3982 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1244 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |
