2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 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 2008 Porsche 911 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 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 911 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3824 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |