2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford Galaxy
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Ford Galaxy were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Ford Galaxy are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Galaxy (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Galaxy should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Galaxy weights approximately 359 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, 2004 Citroen Xsara (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Galaxy. (180 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Galaxy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Galaxy | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Galaxy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
