2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX 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 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX will offer significantly more control. 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 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2011 Infiniti FX 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. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Xsara | FX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 316 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
