2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 265 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 415 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |