2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Vectra (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Opel Vectra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 Length | 4380 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
