2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Renault Symbol
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Renault Symbol were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Renault Symbol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Symbol (104 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Symbol should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Renault Symbol.
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 Renault Symbol (148 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (120 Nm). This means 2009 Renault Symbol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Renault Symbol | |
Make | Citroen | Renault |
Model | Xsara | Symbol |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 120 Nm | 148 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4261 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1639 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1439 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2473 mm |