2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ford Fiesta (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 260 kg more than 1992 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1992 Ford Fiesta (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 42 L |
