2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 3,194 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Opel Antara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Opel Antara (224 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 735 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 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara (297 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara. 2012 Opel Antara 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. 2012 Opel Antara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Antara |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 3194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
