2009 Renault Clio vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Renault Clio and 2009 Citroen Xsara 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 Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Clio weights approximately 573 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 Renault Clio (152 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen Xsara. 2009 Citroen Xsara has automatic transmission and 2009 Renault Clio has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Clio will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen Xsara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Renault Clio | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Renault | Citroen |
Model | Clio | Xsara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |