2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2009 Saturn Vue 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 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saturn Vue (172 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
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 Citroen Xsara (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Vue. (227 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Vue.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Saturn Vue | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Xsara | Vue |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 227 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 68 L |