2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Skoda Superb
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xantia and 2000 Skoda Superb were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Skoda Superb is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Skoda Superb (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Skoda Superb should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Skoda Superb weights approximately 331 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2000 Skoda Superb (281 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2000 Skoda Superb will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia. 2000 Skoda Superb has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Skoda Superb will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Skoda Superb | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Xantia | Superb |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2771 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1576 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2810 mm |