2004 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Citroen Xanae
To start off, 2004 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xanae is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C3 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Citroen C3 (200 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2004 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C3 | 2000 Citroen Xanae | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Xanae |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
