1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |