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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Express (285 HP) has 211 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). 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 1461 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 (400 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 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 | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 77 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2481 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2550 mm |
