2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 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 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (165 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 550 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Silverado | Xsara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 193 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2550 mm |