1999 Citroen XM vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen XM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen XM would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen XM weights approximately 80 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen XM. (174 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen XM | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | XM | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
