2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Veracruz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Veracruz should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz 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 Hyundai Veracruz (348 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz 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. 2007 Hyundai Veracruz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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2001 Citroen Xsara 2007 Hyundai Veracruz
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Xsara Veracruz
Year Released 2001 2007
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1360 cc 3778 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 72 HP 260 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 120 Nm 348 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1950 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1760 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2810 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 78 L