2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Ford Fiesta were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (101 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. 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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1208 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
