2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Mercedes-Benz S were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S (301 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 320 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 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S. 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 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Mercedes-Benz S 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 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | S |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 460 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 97 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 6160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 88 L |