2003 Buick Regal vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2003 Buick Regal 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 3,789 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Regal (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Regal weights approximately 360 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.
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, 2003 Buick Regal (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Regal | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Regal | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2550 mm |
