2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton (238 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 839 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (315 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara. 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 3189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 238 HP |
Torque | 147 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 196 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 8.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 2076 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |