1994 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Toyota Celica is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Celica (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 36 kg more than 2005 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Toyota Celica (176 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen Xantia. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Celica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
