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 1,587 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 220 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 (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Getz. (117 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. 2008 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2008 Hyundai Getz has manual transmission. 2008 Hyundai Getz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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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 | 1587 cc | 1341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 83 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 117 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 71.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 163 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 13.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 996 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |