2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 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 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Volkswagen Jetta (231 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Jetta |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.7 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |