2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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 (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |