2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 TVR Tuscan
To start off, both 2005 Citroen Xsara and 2005 TVR Tuscan were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR Tuscan (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 18 kg more than 2005 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2005 TVR Tuscan is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 TVR Tuscan. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 TVR Tuscan (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2005 TVR Tuscan | |
Make | Citroen | TVR |
Model | Xsara | Tuscan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 280 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 4.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 15.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |