2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti
To start off, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 5,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (532 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 424 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti weights approximately 587 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 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti 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 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti. 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, 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti (588 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Ferrari 612 Scaglietti | |
| Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
| Model | Xsara | 612 Scaglietti |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 532 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 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 | 1138 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4902 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1956 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1344 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2949 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 110 L |
