2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Renault Clio 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Renault Clio. 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 Citroen Xsara (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Clio. (105 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Citroen | Renault |
| Model | Xsara | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 13 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1216 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.2 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
