2005 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2005 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Malibu weights approximately 91 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Malibu (210 Nm) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Malibu | 2005 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Malibu | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1416 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 55 L |
