2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1998 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 11 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 1,582 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 455 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.
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, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1998 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
| Model | BS4 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
