2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 GMC Savana
To start off, 2007 GMC Savana is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Savana (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 GMC Savana weights approximately 1082 kg more than 2001 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 GMC Savana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 GMC Savana 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, 2007 GMC Savana (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2007 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Savana |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 195 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 15 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 117 L |
