2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward

To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1309 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward 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 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen Xsara 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
Make Citroen Rolls-Royce
Model Xsara Park Ward
Year Released 2000 2000
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 5379 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 108 HP 322 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 148 Nm 499 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3900 RPM
Top Speed 195 km/hour 245 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11 seconds 7.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1141 kg 2450 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 5650 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 3360 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 100 L


 

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