1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP) has 208 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1182 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (441 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 282 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 2268 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
