1997 Citroen Xantia vs. 2004 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2004 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Sienna (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 253 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 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, 2004 Toyota Sienna (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xantia. (267 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xantia. 2004 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Citroen Xantia has manual transmission. 1997 Citroen Xantia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xantia | 2004 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xantia | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 267 Nm | 273 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
