2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Rover 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Rover 200 (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Rover 200 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Rover 200 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2005 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, 1993 Rover 200 (180 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1993 Rover 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
