2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus Automatic vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus Automatic and 2009 Citroen Xsara Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 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 Xsara Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus Automatic.
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 Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus Automatic. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus Automatic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus Automatic | 2009 Citroen Xsara Kombi 2.0 HDi 109 SX Plus Automatic | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 108 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
