2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Saab 05-Sep were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,290 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saab 05-Sep (256 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 365 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 Saab 05-Sep (350 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Citroen | Saab |
| Model | Xsara | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 75 L |
