2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Daewoo Nubira
To start off, 2009 Daewoo Nubira is newer by 4 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daewoo Nubira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 0 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. (108 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daewoo Nubira weights approximately 39 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, 2009 Daewoo Nubira (151 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Daewoo Nubira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Daewoo Nubira | |
| Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
| Model | Xsara | Nubira |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 10.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |
