2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Maverick would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Maverick (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Maverick should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Ford Maverick (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Maverick will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
