2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Hyundai Matrix
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Hyundai Matrix were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Matrix (120 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Matrix should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 13 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Matrix. (162 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Matrix.
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2006 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Hyundai Matrix | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Matrix |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |