2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Hyundai Elantra 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Elantra (139 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 98 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
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) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Elantra. (184 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Elantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1293 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |