2007 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2011 Ford Fiesta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Fiesta (120 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 224 kg more than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1151 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4067 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1697 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1473 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2489 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |