1997 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Toyota Corolla is newer by 9 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Corolla (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (57 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 86 kg more than 1997 Citroen Xsara. 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, 2006 Toyota Corolla (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 91.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1071 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
