2009 Citroen C3 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C3 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 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (94 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C3. (89 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 52 kg more than 2009 Citroen C3. 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, 2009 Citroen C3 (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Citroen C3 has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C3 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C3 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 94 HP |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 171 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.9 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1263 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.3 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
