2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Opel Signum
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Opel Signum were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,175 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Signum (208 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Signum weights approximately 401 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.
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 Opel Signum (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Opel Signum | |
Make | Citroen | Opel |
Model | Xsara | Signum |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |