2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2001 Seat Tango
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Seat Tango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Seat Tango would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Seat Tango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Seat Tango (178 HP) has 104 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Seat Tango should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Seat Tango weights approximately 126 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.
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, 2001 Seat Tango (240 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 Seat Tango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2001 Seat Tango | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Tango |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1184 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
