1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (323 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1627 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 GMC Savana 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 2010 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 2010 GMC Savana (505 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Savana |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 505 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 2726 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
