2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS vs. 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS and 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS (108 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS weights approximately 100 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. 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, 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus.
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2008 Citroen Xsara Coupe 2.0 HDi 109 VTS | 2008 Citroen Xsara 1.4 SX Plus | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | Xsara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1358 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 172 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 14.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1191 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 | 5.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |