2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus and 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus 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 1.6 SX Plus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus (108 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus weights approximately 32 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus. 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 Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.6 SX Plus | 2009 Citroen Xsara 1.4 HDi SX Plus | |
| Make | Citroen | Citroen |
| Model | Xsara | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 16.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1186 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 54 L |
