2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Renault Clio
To start off, 2011 Renault Clio 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2011 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Clio.
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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
