2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1994 Renault Express
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Renault Express would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1994 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1994 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 318 kg more than 1994 Renault Express. 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 Citroen Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 1994 Renault Express | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Express |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
