2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Hyundai Elantra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Hyundai Elantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Elantra (104 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 47 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Elantra.
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 Hyundai Elantra (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Hyundai Elantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Elantra |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |