2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 5 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Tahoe | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1868 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2550 mm |