2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Saab 03-Sep were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Saab 03-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saab 03-Sep (247 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 504 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 Saab 03-Sep (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Saab 03-Sep | |
Make | Citroen | Saab |
Model | Xsara | 03-Sep |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 159 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 6.9 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 | 1186 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 62 L |