2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Renault Megane
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Renault Megane were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Renault Megane. (101 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Megane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Renault Megane. 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 Renault Megane (200 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Megane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Renault Megane | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Megane |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 179 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |