2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Hyundai Getz
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Hyundai Getz were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 192 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Getz.
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2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Hyundai Getz | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Getz |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 250 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 1024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |