2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Pontiac G5
To start off, 2007 Pontiac G5 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac G5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac G5 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac G5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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 Pontiac G5 (206 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac G5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Pontiac G5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
| Model | Xsara | G5 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2640 mm |
