2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 6 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 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 927 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xsara | ML |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 83 L |
