2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. (101 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 300 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 Volkswagen Jetta (148 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |