2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Opel Omega
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Opel Omega were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Omega (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Omega weights approximately 297 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 Opel Omega 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 Opel Omega. 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 Opel Omega (241 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (240 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Opel Omega has automatic transmission and 2008 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2008 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Omega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Citroen | Opel |
| Model | Xsara | Omega |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1388 kg | 1685 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.9 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
