2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Nissan Sentra
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Nissan Sentra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Nissan Sentra. (176 Nm). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Nissan Sentra. 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Citroen | Nissan |
| Model | Xsara | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 73 L |
