2009 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle
To start off, both 2009 Citroen Xsara and 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,460 cc, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle (173 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will offer significantly more control. 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 Volkswagen Caravelle (315 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle has automatic transmission and 2009 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2009 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Volkswagen Caravelle | |
Make | Citroen | Volkswagen |
Model | Xsara | Caravelle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2460 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 315 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |