2000 Chevrolet Cavalier vs. 2001 Citroen Osee

To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier.

Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier, 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. (176 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier has manual transmission. 2000 Chevrolet Cavalier will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Chevrolet Cavalier 2001 Citroen Osee
Make Chevrolet Citroen
Model Cavalier Osee
Year Released 2000 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2190 cc 2946 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 120 HP 191 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 176 Nm 272 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 89.1 mm 93.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Length 4600 mm 4160 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1160 mm


 

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