2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2011 GMC Envoy is newer by 10 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2011 GMC Envoy 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 2011 GMC Envoy. 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, 2011 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2011 GMC Envoy | |
| Make | Citroen | GMC |
| Model | Xsara | Envoy |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4161 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 281 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2950 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
