2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Citroen C 15
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Citroen C 15 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen C 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (72 HP) has 13 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C 15. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 135 kg more than 2000 Citroen C 15. 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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 23.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
