2001 Citroen Osee vs. 2001 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 2001 Citroen Osee and 2001 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2001 Citroen Osee 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 2001 Citroen Osee. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Citroen Osee has automatic transmission and 2001 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2001 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Citroen Osee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Osee 2001 Citroen Xsara
Make Citroen Citroen
Model Osee Xsara
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2946 cc 1360 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 191 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 272 Nm 120 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Length 4160 mm 4200 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1160 mm 1410 mm


 

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