2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Lancia Zeta
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Lancia Zeta were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 490 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 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 Lancia Zeta (235 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2000 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Lancia Zeta | |
Make | Citroen | Lancia |
Model | Xsara | Zeta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |