2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 508 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 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Trans Sport | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1172 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2610 mm |
