2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Morgan Plus 8
To start off, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 (187 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Plus 8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 81 kg more than 2006 Morgan Plus 8.
Because 2006 Morgan Plus 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Plus 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Plus 8 (306 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (116 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Plus 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Morgan Plus 8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Morgan |
| Model | Xsara | Plus 8 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
