2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1980 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Porsche 911 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 117 kg more than 1980 Porsche 911.
Because 1980 Porsche 911 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 1980 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1980 Porsche 911 (256 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1980 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1980 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 911 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1980 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1122 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |