2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Renault Clio would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 189 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
