2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1991 Rover 400
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 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Rover 400 (94 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 226 kg more than 1991 Rover 400.
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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Rover 400. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1991 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 400 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
