2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy

To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Caddy would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Caddy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy (68 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Caddy should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 346 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy. (140 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Caddy.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Citroen Xsara 2006 Volkswagen Caddy
Make Citroen Volkswagen
Model Xsara Caddy
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 1968 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 67 HP 68 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 140 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 2400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 19.9:1
Fuel Type Diesel Diesel
Top Speed 164 km/hour 137 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 16.7 seconds 20.5 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1186 kg 1532 kg
Vehicle Length 4190 mm 4410 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 4.5 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 54 L 60 L


 

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