2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Ferrari 360. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Ferrari 360 would be higher. At 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 202 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 2004 Ferrari 360 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 2004 Ferrari 360. 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (373 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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2005 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Xsara | 360 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 373 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |