2009 Citroen C1 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C1 and 2009 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 67 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C1 weights approximately 286 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2009 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C1 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C1 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.7 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 1186 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 54 L |