2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 352 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2005 Mercedes-Benz E is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (270 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | E |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |