2006 Citroen C4 vs. 2006 Citroen Xsara
To start off, both 2006 Citroen C4 and 2006 Citroen Xsara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Citroen C4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen C4 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen C4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C4 weights approximately 92 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Citroen C4 (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C4 | 2006 Citroen Xsara | |
Make | Citroen | Citroen |
Model | C4 | Xsara |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 202 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |