2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Donkervoort S8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Donkervoort S8 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 432 kg more than 1992 Donkervoort S8.
Because 1992 Donkervoort S8 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 1992 Donkervoort S8. 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, 1992 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Donkervoort |
| Model | Xsara | S8 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 678 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1110 mm |
