2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDi SX Plus
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX and 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDi SX Plus. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDi SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 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 2.0i SX (190 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDi SX Plus. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDi SX Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i SX | 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.6 HDi SX Plus | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1559 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 183 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
