2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Dodge Magnum

To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Dodge Magnum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Magnum is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Dodge Magnum weights approximately 497 kg more than 2008 Citroen Xsara.

Because 2008 Dodge Magnum 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 Magnum 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 Magnum (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Magnum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Xsara 2008 Dodge Magnum
Make Citroen Dodge
Model Xsara Magnum
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 3518 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 0 HP 250 HP
Torque 190 Nm 339 Nm
Torque RPM 4100 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1248 kg 1745 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 5030 mm
Vehicle Height 1820 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 3050 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.9 L/100km 8.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 72 L


 

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