2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2010 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2010 Hyundai ix35 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (133 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai ix35 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai ix35 weights approximately 107 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, 2010 Hyundai ix35 (164 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai ix35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2010 Hyundai ix35 | |
| Make | Citroen | Hyundai |
| Model | Xsara | ix35 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2640 mm |
