2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2005 Renault Megane. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Megane weights approximately 780 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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 Renault Megane (127 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2005 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Megane |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 127 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |