2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 332 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2005 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (542 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1442 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2550 mm |
