2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Hummer H2
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Hummer H2 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Hummer H2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hummer H2 (325 HP) has 251 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hummer H2 weights approximately 1824 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 2005 Hummer H2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hummer H2 will offer significantly more control. 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 Hummer H2 (495 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Hummer H2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 2005 Hummer H2 has automatic transmission and 2005 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2005 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hummer H2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Hummer H2 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hummer |
| Model | Xsara | H2 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2904 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 121 L |
