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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 Polo (195 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Polo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1422 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 148 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 79.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1209 kg | 1209 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |