2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio.
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 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2003 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2003 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
