2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2006 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Ford Fiesta is newer by 6 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 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fiesta (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 141 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, 2006 Ford Fiesta (146 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xanae | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 146 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 | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
