2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 537 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis (310 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mitsubishi Grandis | |
| Make | Citroen | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Xsara | Grandis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
