2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 8 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 78 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 47 L |
