2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 5 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Duster (106 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 115 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster.
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, 2011 Renault Duster (177 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Duster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Duster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 106 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11.8 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 | 1315 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
