2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Opel Astra were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Astra (97 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 205 kg more than 2005 Opel Astra.
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 Opel Astra (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 97 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1110 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 52 L |
