2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 13 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 374 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 2013 Volkswagen Golf is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xanae. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Golf will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (329 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xanae | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xanae | Golf |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 142 Nm | 329 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1508 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4212 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2578 mm |