1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP) has 186 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 990 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 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 | 260 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
