2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Megane weights approximately 319 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 Xsara (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Megane. 2004 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2004 Renault Megane has manual transmission. 2004 Renault Megane will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Megane |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 187 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1401 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |