2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 6,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (500 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (644 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6996 cc | 1909 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 644 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2550 mm |