2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Ford Ka were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 285 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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 (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Ka. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Ford Ka | |
Make | Citroen | Ford |
Model | Xsara | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1247 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 189 km/hour | 161 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 13.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1055 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |