2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Oldsmobile Alero were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Oldsmobile Alero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Oldsmobile Alero should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero weights approximately 87 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 Oldsmobile Alero (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Oldsmobile Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Oldsmobile Alero | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | Alero |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1333 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 53 L |
