2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Caddy 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (101 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 1169 kg more 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy. (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 60 L |
