2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.9 seconds | 15.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2770 mm |