2009 Brilliance BS4 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 9 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), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Brilliance BS4 (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 315 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.
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 Citroen Xsara (190 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Brilliance BS4. (134 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Brilliance BS4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Brilliance BS4 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Brilliance | Citroen |
Model | BS4 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1160 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 47 L |