2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Citroen C8
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Citroen C8 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C8 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2006 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 C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Citroen C8 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | C8 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 14.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1743 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |