2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2012 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 12 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (116 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2012 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2012 Daihatsu Terios (150 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Terios |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
