2000 Acura Integra vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Acura Integra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (138 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 46 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra.
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 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1216 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 54 L |
