1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Daewoo Lanos
To start off, 2000 Daewoo Lanos is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 74 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 76 kg more than 2000 Daewoo Lanos.
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, 2000 Daewoo Lanos (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Daewoo Lanos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Daewoo Lanos | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Xsara | Lanos |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1348 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
