1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2000 Toyota Corolla is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 19 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Corolla |
Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 171 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1099 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |