2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 13 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 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 837 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 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Citroen | Infiniti |
| Model | Xsara | JX |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1172 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2901 mm |
