2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4 and 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic (108 HP) has 36 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic weights approximately 117 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4. 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 Estate 1.6i Automatic (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4. 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4 has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara 1.4 | 2000 Citroen Xsara Estate 1.6i Automatic | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1197 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
