2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2008 Skoda Roomster
To start off, 2008 Skoda Roomster is newer by 8 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, 2000 Citroen Xanae (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Skoda Roomster. (50 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae should accelerate faster than 2008 Skoda Roomster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Skoda Roomster weights approximately 176 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
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, 2008 Skoda Roomster (155 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2008 Skoda Roomster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2008 Skoda Roomster | |
| Make | Citroen | Skoda |
| Model | Xanae | Roomster |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
