2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Renault Megane
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Renault Megane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Renault Megane would be higher. At 1,783 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Renault Megane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Renault Megane (116 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Megane should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 91 kg more than 2001 Renault Megane.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Megane. (158 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Megane |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
