2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Dodge Charger

To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Dodge Charger were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Charger weights approximately 371 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 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Dodge Charger 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. 2008 Dodge Charger will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Xsara 2008 Dodge Charger
Make Citroen Dodge
Model Xsara Charger
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1749 cc 2737 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 114 HP 178 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 258 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.7 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.4 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 1691 kg
Vehicle Length 4280 mm 5090 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1640 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 83 L


 

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