2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (99 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 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 19 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Ford Fiesta (145 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xanae | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
