2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Renault Megane
To start off, 2010 Renault Megane 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. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 2010 Renault Megane are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Renault Megane (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Megane should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Renault Megane (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Megane |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
