2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Opel Corsa were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Opel Corsa. (99 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Corsa weights approximately 161 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 Opel Corsa (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Opel Corsa | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Corsa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 99 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 44 L |