2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1990 Rover Metro
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover Metro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover Metro would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Rover Metro (95 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Rover Metro should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Rover Metro.
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 Citroen Xsara (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover Metro. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover Metro.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1990 Rover Metro | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | Metro |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2280 mm |
