2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Citroen C3
To start off, 2005 Citroen C3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen C3 (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen C3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen C3 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2001 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, 2005 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Citroen C3 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. 2005 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | C3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| 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 | 1211 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 47 L |
