2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 104 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 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 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1966 Porsche 911 (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |