2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, both 2003 Citroen Xsara and 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Outlander (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Mitsubishi Outlander | |
Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
Model | Xsara | Outlander |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 214 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |