2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Dodge Sprinter were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,987 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (155 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Sprinter weights approximately 723 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.
Because 2009 Dodge Sprinter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Dodge Sprinter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Dodge Sprinter has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Dodge Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Citroen | Dodge |
| Model | Xsara | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1237 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 7350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 2740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 4330 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 95 L |
