2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2009 Citroen C3 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C3 (72 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C3 weights approximately 101 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 (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C3. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1211 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
