2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 246 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.
Because 2012 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xanae, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xanae | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xanae | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 389 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2451 mm |