2008 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (129 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 73 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen T5.
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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Xsara | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 15.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
