2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2007 Cadillac BLS is newer by 7 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac BLS (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 388 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, 2007 Cadillac BLS (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Cadillac BLS | |
Make | Citroen | Cadillac |
Model | Xsara | BLS |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 58 L |