2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton

To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (183 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 740 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.

Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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 SsangYong Rexton (402 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Citroen Xsara 2010 SsangYong Rexton
Make Citroen SsangYong
Model Xsara Rexton
Year Released 2005 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2696 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 183 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 402 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 17.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 180 km/hour 176 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 13.5 seconds 11.6 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 2015 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4730 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2830 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 78 L


 

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