2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Renault Spider
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Renault Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Renault Spider would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Renault Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Renault Spider (141 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Renault Spider should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 411 kg more than 2000 Renault Spider.
Because 2000 Renault Spider 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 2000 Renault Spider. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Renault Spider. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Renault Spider. 2006 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2000 Renault Spider has manual transmission. 2000 Renault Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Renault Spider | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Spider |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
