2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 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, 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1988 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Citroen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Xsara | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
