2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2002 Ford Fiesta is newer by 2 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 126 kg more than 2002 Ford Fiesta. 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 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Fiesta. (99 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Fiesta |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |