2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Hyundai Accent 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 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 281 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Accent |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2450 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |