2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 771 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (176 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xanae | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1905 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
