2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (542 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 1090 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne 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 Porsche Cayenne (750 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |