2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2004 Renault Twingo 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Twingo (74 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 160 kg more than 2004 Renault Twingo.
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 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Twingo. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Twingo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
