2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 11 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai Elantra (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Hyundai Elantra | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | Elantra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4529 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 48 L |
