2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Saturn ION
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Saturn ION were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn ION is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn ION (140 HP) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn ION should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 47 kg more than 2005 Saturn ION.
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 (241 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn ION. (197 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Saturn ION | |
Make | Citroen | Saturn |
Model | Xsara | ION |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 140 HP |
Torque | 241 Nm | 197 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1244 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |