2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 5 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (175 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 750 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Chrysler Town & Country (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Citroen | Chrysler |
Model | Xsara | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5144 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1953 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3078 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 76 L |