2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Renault Logan
To start off, 2012 Renault Logan 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 1,560 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Renault Logan. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Renault Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 112 kg more than 2012 Renault Logan. 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 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Renault Logan. (160 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Renault Logan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Logan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1560 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 17.7 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 | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
