2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey is newer by 8 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Journey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Journey (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Journey 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Journey |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 78 L |
