2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 310 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Mercury Sable 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. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | Xsara | Sable |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |