2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 754 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 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Mercedes-Benz V | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | V |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3010 mm |