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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. (81 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 6 kg more than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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 Mercedes-Benz A (180 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
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 | 1749 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |