2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2001 Chevrolet Corvette and 2001 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 61 kg more than 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2001 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | Xsara |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1248 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |