2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Peugeot 306 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 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 50 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 Citroen Xsara (217 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
Model | Xsara | 306 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |