2008 Citroen C-Crosser vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2008 Citroen C-Crosser and 2008 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen C-Crosser weights approximately 505 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Citroen C-Crosser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Citroen C-Crosser (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C-Crosser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen C-Crosser | 2008 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C-Crosser | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2179 cc | 1749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
