2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Ford ST 460
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Ford ST 460 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford ST 460 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford ST 460 (460 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 371 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford ST 460 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2000 Ford ST 460 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 2000 Ford ST 460. 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, 2000 Ford ST 460 (178 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm). This means 2000 Ford ST 460 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Ford ST 460 | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | ST 460 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 178 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |