2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 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, 2003 Volkswagen Bora (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | Bora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
