2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2007 Saturn Vue is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saturn Vue (143 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster 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, 2007 Saturn Vue (202 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Citroen | Saturn |
| Model | Xsara | Vue |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |
