2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Rover 100
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 100 would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1994 Rover 100. (103 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 348 kg more than 1994 Rover 100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 100. (135 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 100.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Rover 100 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 100 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
