2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Chevrolet Aveo
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo (108 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Aveo should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 114 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Aveo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Chevrolet Aveo | |
| Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Xsara | Aveo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1709 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1506 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2479 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
