2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 394 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Xedos 9 (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Xedos 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Citroen | Xedos |
Model | Xsara | 9 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 116 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |