2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Renault Twingo
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Renault Twingo were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (94 HP) has 21 more horse power than 2005 Renault Twingo. (73 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Twingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 395 kg more than 2005 Renault Twingo. 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 Citroen Xsara (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Twingo. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Renault Twingo | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Twingo |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 73 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |