2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (133 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 74 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (191 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Laguna |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |