2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 120 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 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster 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, 2012 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Duster |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2673 mm |
