2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2007 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2007 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (131 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2007 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, 2006 Citroen C5 (314 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2007 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 314 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 55 L |
