2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Opel Vectra
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra 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 2,172 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 418 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, 2001 Opel Vectra (280 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Opel Vectra 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 Opel Vectra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 98 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
