1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 9 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
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 Citroen Xsara (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |
