2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2003 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra weights approximately 42 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Vauxhall |
| Model | Xsara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
