2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Daihatsu YRV 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 201 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 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 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu YRV. 2000 Daihatsu YRV has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | YRV |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
