2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus and 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus and 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus weights approximately 27 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS.
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, 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara 2.0 HDi 90 SX Plus | 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 VTS | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 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 | 180 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1248 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
