2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Citroen C6
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Citroen C6 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen C6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C6 (168 HP) has 74 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 580 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 C6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Citroen C6 | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | Xsara | C6 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 168 HP |
Torque | 135 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 171 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 1895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |