2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2001 Citroen Xsara and 2001 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 60 kg more than 2001 Mercedes-Benz A.
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, 2001 Mercedes-Benz A (131 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2001 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | A |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |