2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Smart Roadster
To start off, both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2000 Smart Roadster were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Smart Roadster. (81 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Smart Roadster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 Smart Roadster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Smart Roadster 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 Smart Roadster. 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 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Smart Roadster. (110 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Smart Roadster.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Smart Roadster | |
Make | Citroen | Smart |
Model | Xsara | Roadster |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 66.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 67 mm |
Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2370 mm |