2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Lexus SC
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Lexus SC were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus SC weights approximately 310 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.
Because 2000 Lexus SC 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 Lexus SC. 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 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Lexus SC | |
Make | Citroen | Lexus |
Model | Xsara | SC |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |