2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A (108 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 410 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.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | A |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 10.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |