2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 282 kg more than 2005 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Fiesta. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Citroen | Ford |
| Model | Xsara | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1388 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 166 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
