2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Hyundai Accent were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,606 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Hyundai Accent is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Hyundai Accent (103 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Hyundai Accent should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 281 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Accent.
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 Hyundai Accent (144 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm). This means 2004 Hyundai Accent will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | Accent |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 103 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1039 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
