2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Porsche Panamera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche Panamera (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 392 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche Panamera should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Porsche Panamera weights approximately 804 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 2011 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera 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 Porsche Panamera (699 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 552 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Porsche Panamera | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | Panamera |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 699 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1166 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4968 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2918 mm |