2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,597 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 932 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Xsara | ML |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 2178 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
