2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus vs. 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus and 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX 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 Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX (94 HP) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX weights approximately 129 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus | 2004 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 SX | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 15 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 | 1191 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
