2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom

To start off, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 8 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 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (448 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom 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 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom. 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, 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom (531 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Citroen Xsara 2009 Rolls-Royce Phantom
Make Citroen Rolls-Royce
Model Xsara Phantom
Year Released 2001 2009
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 6749 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 106 HP 448 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5350 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 531 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 92 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 84.6 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.1:1
Top Speed 190 km/hour 239 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.4 seconds 5.9 seconds
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 5840 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1640 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3580 mm
Fuel Consumption 4.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 8.1 L/100km 19.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.8 L/100km 16.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 100 L


 

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