2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ford Mustang
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Ford Mustang were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 200 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.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4009 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 211 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 100.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
