2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 419 kg more 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 Volkswagen Caddy (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Caddy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1141 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
