2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2,787 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H (198 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Chairman H should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Chairman H weights approximately 458 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 2007 SsangYong Chairman H is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SsangYong Chairman H (272 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Chairman H will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 SsangYong Chairman H | |
Make | Citroen | SsangYong |
Model | Xsara | Chairman H |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2787 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 272 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2910 mm |