2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Hyundai Panel Van

To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Hyundai Panel Van were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,607 cc, 2006 Hyundai Panel Van is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 2006 Hyundai Panel Van is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Hyundai Panel Van. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Panel Van (167 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Panel Van will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Citroen Xsara 2006 Hyundai Panel Van
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Xsara Panel Van
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback Panel Van
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2607 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 0 HP
Torque 160 Nm 167 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 22.4:1
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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