1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris. 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (130 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (90 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
