2011 Lexus LS vs. 2000 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 11 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 885 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.
Because 2011 Lexus LS 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 2011 Lexus LS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 347 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus LS | 2000 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Lexus | Citroen |
| Model | LS | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2023 kg | 1138 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5179 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1875 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1476 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3091 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 47 L |
