2002 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (180 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Impala (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Impala | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Impala | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 54 L |
