2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 1999 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Volkswagen Bora (108 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 0 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 86 kg more than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
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, 2007 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 1999 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Bora |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1302 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |