2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,242 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione weights approximately 420 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo 8C Competizione | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Citroen |
| Model | 8C Competizione | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4242 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2550 mm |
