1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Toyota Will
To start off, 2004 Toyota Will is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,794 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Will is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Will (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Will should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Will weights approximately 380 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 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will 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, 2004 Toyota Will (181 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2004 Toyota Will will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2004 Toyota Will has automatic transmission and 1998 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 1998 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Toyota Will will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Toyota Will | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Will |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |