2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1991 Rover 100
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 100 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 100 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 505 kg more than 1991 Rover 100.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Citroen Xsara (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1991 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 100 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1380 mm |
