2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS vs. 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS and 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS (161 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS.
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 Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS. (200 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara 2.0i VTS | 2005 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 90 VTR Plus | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1239 kg | 1279 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
