2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 400 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Clio |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |