2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1988 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Pontiac 6000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Pontiac 6000 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1988 Pontiac 6000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Pontiac 6000. (184 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Pontiac 6000.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1988 Pontiac 6000 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xsara | 6000 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1988 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |