2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 is newer by 6 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Hyundai i40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Hyundai i40 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Hyundai i40 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 142 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.
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 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i40. (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i40.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | i40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 11.6 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 | 1392 kg | 1534 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
