2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Ferrari 612
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Ferrari 612 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 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 452 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 646 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 Ferrari 612 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Ferrari 612. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ferrari 612 (587 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Ferrari 612 | |
Make | Citroen | Ferrari |
Model | Xsara | 612 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 478 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 541 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 315 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 4.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2960 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 20.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 105 L |