2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 GMC Envoy

To start off, 2003 GMC Envoy is newer by 3 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 4,158 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 GMC Envoy (271 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 GMC Envoy weights approximately 850 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.

Because 2003 GMC Envoy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 GMC Envoy will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 GMC Envoy (373 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2003 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2003 GMC Envoy 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. 2003 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen Xsara 2003 GMC Envoy
Make Citroen GMC
Model Xsara Envoy
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 4158 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 271 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 373 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 93 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 102 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 2010 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2880 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 83 L


 

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