2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Explorer (215 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1014 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, 1995 Ford Explorer (399 Nm) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
