2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Citroen C2
To start off, 2004 Citroen C2 is newer by 4 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C2 (72 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Citroen C2.
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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C2. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | C2 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2290 mm |
