2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Hyundai Pony
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Hyundai Pony. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Hyundai Pony would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Pony (83 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Pony should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 150 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Pony.
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, 1996 Hyundai Pony (118 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Pony will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Hyundai Pony | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | Pony |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
