2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Getz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Getz (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Getz should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Getz weights approximately 892 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.
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 Hyundai Getz (183 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Getz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Getz |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 13.9 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 | 1098 kg | 1990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |