1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 8 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 1,749 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 156 kg more than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
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, 1997 Citroen Xsara (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Yaris. (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 66.7 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.1 seconds | 13.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
