2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 50 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka.
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 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1186 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |