2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,656 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (186 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 564 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe. (249 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
Model | Xsara | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 186 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 249 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1291 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |