2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile

To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Oldsmobile Profile were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Oldsmobile Profile is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile (206 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile weights approximately 419 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 Oldsmobile Profile is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Oldsmobile Profile will offer significantly more control. 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 Oldsmobile Profile (353 Nm) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm). This means 2000 Oldsmobile Profile will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Oldsmobile Profile 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 Oldsmobile Profile will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen Xsara 2000 Oldsmobile Profile
Make Citroen Oldsmobile
Model Xsara Profile
Year Released 2000 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 206 HP
Torque 148 Nm 353 Nm
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1141 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4710 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2880 mm