2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Citroen C4
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 9 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 203 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.
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, 2009 Citroen C4 (191 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Citroen C4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | C4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 197 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1337 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
