2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 316 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2000 Hyundai Sonata (171 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1396 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
