2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Citroen C2
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Citroen C2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (89 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Citroen C2. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 311 kg more than 2005 Citroen C2. 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 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen C2. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Citroen C2 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | C2 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 59 HP |
Torque | 140 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 69 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 41 L |