2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 11 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 540 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (281 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
Make | Citroen | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Xsara | 159 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1910 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |