2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 2 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 2,688 cc, 2006 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP) has 80 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 766 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 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter 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, 2006 Dodge Sprinter (331 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (115 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2688 cc |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 154 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
