2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, both 2006 Citroen Xsara and 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle weights approximately 96 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (127 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |