2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 84 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.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xsara | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
