2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 12 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 496 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.
Because 2013 Volkswagen CC is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (255 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | CC |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2711 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 4.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.3 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
