2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Citroen | Rover |
| Model | Xsara | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 9.9 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 | 1375 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
