2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 101 kg more than 1996 Rover 220.
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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 220 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
