2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Xedos 6
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Xedos 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Xedos 6 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Xedos 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Xedos 6 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 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, 1995 Xedos 6 (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Xedos 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Xedos 6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Xedos |
| Model | Xsara | 6 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
