1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 1995 Toyota MRJ

To start off, both 1995 Citroen Xantia and 1995 Toyota MRJ were released in the same year (1995). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Citroen Xantia (135 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1995 Toyota MRJ. (71 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota MRJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MRJ weights approximately 197 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia.

Because 1995 Toyota MRJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota MRJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota MRJ (285 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (180 Nm). This means 1995 Toyota MRJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Citroen Xantia 1995 Toyota MRJ
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xantia MRJ
Year Released 1995 1995
Engine Position Front Middle
Engine Size 1998 cc 1762 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 71 HP
Engine RPM 5550 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 180 Nm 285 Nm
Engine Bore Size 86 mm 81 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86 mm 85.5 mm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1375 kg 1572 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1980 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1250 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 50 L


 

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