2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 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 3,589 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 563 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 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2000 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2006 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2006 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 414 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |