2001 Acura Integra vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2001 Acura Integra is newer by 1 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, 2001 Acura Integra (195 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura Integra weights approximately 465 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.
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, 2001 Acura Integra (176 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm). This means 2001 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Acura Integra | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Acura | Citroen |
| Model | Integra | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.3 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
