2005 Ford Excursion vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Excursion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Excursion would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP) has 147 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1978 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion will offer significantly more control. 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 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Ford | Citroen |
| Model | Excursion | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 54 L |
