2009 Renault Grand Scenic vs. 2009 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2009 Renault Grand Scenic 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Grand Scenic should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic weights approximately 365 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 Grand Scenic (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen Xsara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Grand Scenic 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 Grand Scenic has manual transmission. 2009 Renault Grand Scenic 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 Grand Scenic | 2009 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Renault | Citroen |
| Model | Grand Scenic | Xsara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 188 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.7 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1291 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 54 L |
