2005 Chevrolet Express vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Express is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1286 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Express (353 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Express | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Express | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Van | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2366 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2550 mm |
