2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Citi 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 1,422 cc, 2005 Volkswagen Citi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Citi (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Citi should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 334 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
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 (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Citi. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | Citi |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1422 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 857 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |
