1996 Citroen Xantia vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 14 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1996 Citroen Xantia. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 103 kg more than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2010 Toyota Tacoma 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 2010 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Citroen Xantia (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1996 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2010 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1996 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1996 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Citroen Xantia | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2088 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3240 mm |
