2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus and 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus (114 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 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 Picasso 1.8 SX Plus (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara Combi 1.6 SX Plus | 2005 Citroen Xsara Picasso 1.8 SX Plus | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 12.2 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 | 1280 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
