2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Ford Edge
To start off, 2011 Ford Edge is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Edge weights approximately 636 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, 2011 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Edge |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1852 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2824 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |
