2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Hyundai Coupe
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Hyundai Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Hyundai Coupe would be higher. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Hyundai Coupe (115 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Hyundai Coupe should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 85 kg more than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
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 Xsara (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Hyundai Coupe. (143 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Hyundai Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Hyundai Coupe | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
