2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Opel Corsa
To start off, 2008 Opel Corsa is newer by 2 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Corsa (107 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 124 kg more than 2008 Opel Corsa.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Corsa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 107 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 10.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
