2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Renault Clio were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen Xsara (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Renault Clio. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Renault Clio.
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 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Renault Clio. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Renault Clio | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Clio |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1149 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 76.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.7 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 Length | 4190 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |