2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2002 Skoda Octavia 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2002 Skoda Octavia. (89 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 188 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, 2002 Skoda Octavia (211 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Xsara | Octavia |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |