1995 Citroen Xantia vs. 2001 Toyota Verossa

To start off, 2001 Toyota Verossa is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Verossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Verossa (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Verossa should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Verossa weights approximately 75 kg more than 1995 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2001 Toyota Verossa 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 2001 Toyota Verossa. 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, 2001 Toyota Verossa (251 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen Xantia. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Verossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen Xantia. 2001 Toyota Verossa has automatic transmission and 1995 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1995 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Verossa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Citroen Xantia 2001 Toyota Verossa
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xantia Verossa
Year Released 1995 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2088 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 189 HP
Engine RPM 4300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1385 kg 1460 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4710 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1390 mm 1460 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2800 mm