1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, both 1998 Citroen Xsara and 1998 Toyota Celica were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP) has 41 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Celica weights approximately 75 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.
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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Celica |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1399 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |