2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo 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 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (94 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo weights approximately 315 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo (180 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Mercedes-Benz Vaneo | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xsara | Vaneo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1689 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
