2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2001 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xanae is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Fiesta (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xanae weights approximately 254 kg more than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
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 Xanae (142 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (102 Nm). This means 2000 Citroen Xanae will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2001 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xanae | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
