2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Skoda Octavia
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 Skoda Octavia 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 Skoda Octavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Skoda Octavia (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Octavia should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Skoda Octavia weights approximately 167 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 Skoda Octavia (156 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Skoda Octavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Skoda Octavia | |
Make | Citroen | Skoda |
Model | Xsara | Octavia |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 156 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |