2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus and 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus weights approximately 89 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. 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 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi SX Plus | 2005 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.5 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
