2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara

To start off, both 2005 Chrysler 300 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 599 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.

Because 2005 Chrysler 300 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 2005 Chrysler 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Chrysler 300 2005 Citroen Xsara
Make Chrysler Citroen
Model 300 Xsara
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5654 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 340 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 525 Nm 205 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 99.5 mm 85.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90.9 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.6:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 13.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1878 kg 1279 kg
Vehicle Length 5010 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3050 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 5.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 71 L 54 L


 

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