2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2004 Citroen Xsara and 2004 Volkswagen Bora were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 26 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 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 (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2004 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2004 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Bora |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 150 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1211 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |