2009 Citroen C8 vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Citroen C8 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. Both 2009 Citroen C8 and 2009 Citroen Xsara are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C8. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C8 weights approximately 403 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 C8 (270 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen C8 has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen C8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C8 | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | C8 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.6 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1743 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
