2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 787 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. 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 Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan
Make Citroen Hyundai
Model Xsara Terracan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 89 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 205 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 175 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 14.8 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.5 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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