2006 Citroen C2 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2006 Citroen C2 and 2006 Citroen Xsara are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C2 (108 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 260 kg more than 2006 Citroen C2.
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 Citroen C2 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Citroen C2 has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Citroen C2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C2 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C2 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 55 L |
