2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Mercedes-Benz A 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 Mercedes-Benz A (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz A should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 50 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 Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Xsara | A |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 10.9 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 | 1275 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |