2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Chrysler Sebring
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 10 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 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 800 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, 2010 Chrysler Sebring (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2010 Chrysler Sebring 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. 2010 Chrysler Sebring will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Chrysler Sebring | |
| Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
| Model | Xsara | Sebring |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
