2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Citroen C1
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Citroen C1 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C1. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 368 kg more than 2005 Citroen C1. 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 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C1. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | C1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |