2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Daewoo Matiz
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Daewoo Matiz were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. 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 (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daewoo Matiz. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daewoo Matiz.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Daewoo Matiz | |
Make | Citroen | Daewoo |
Model | Xsara | Matiz |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 67.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.6 seconds | 13.7 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 | 1220 kg | 871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |