2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 999 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 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 560 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1527 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 278 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2895 mm |