2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Pontiac SV 6
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 3 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | |
Make | Citroen | Pontiac |
Model | Xsara | SV 6 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |