2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Opel Tigra
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Opel Tigra were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2000 Opel Tigra. (88 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Tigra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 86 kg more than 2000 Opel Tigra. 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 Citroen Xsara (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Tigra. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Tigra.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Tigra |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1389 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 77.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73.4 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2430 mm |