2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo

To start off, both 2008 Citroen Xsara and 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo (200 HP) has 92 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 70 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.

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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (85 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Citroen Xsara 2008 Volkswagen Polo
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Xsara Polo
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1997 cc 1984 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 108 HP 200 HP
Torque 250 Nm 85 Nm
Torque RPM 1750 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 193 km/hour 188 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.8 seconds 9.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1291 kg 1221 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4220 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.2 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 45 L


 

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