1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 GMC Savana
To start off, 2011 GMC Savana is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Savana weights approximately 1487 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 GMC Savana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 2011 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 2011 GMC Savana has automatic transmission and 1999 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1999 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 GMC Savana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Citroen Xsara | 2011 GMC Savana | |
Make | Citroen | GMC |
Model | Xsara | Savana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 452 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5692 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2126 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3429 mm |