2007 Citroen C5 vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara

To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Citroen C5 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C5 weights approximately 359 kg more than 2008 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 Citroen C5 (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Citroen C5 2008 Citroen Xsara
Make Citroen Citroen
Model C5 Xsara
Year Released 2007 2008
Body Type Station Wagon Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1560 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 134 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 4100 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 190 km/hour 210 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 12.8 seconds 9.6 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 1607 kg 1248 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4190 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1480 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.4 L/100km 7.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 66 L 54 L


 

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