2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Citroen C5
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Citroen C5 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Citroen C5 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Citroen C5 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | C5 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1607 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |