2006 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C5 (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Citroen C5.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen C5. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen C5 | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C5 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 194 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1252 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |
