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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Yaris (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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, 2007 Toyota Yaris (141 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
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 | 1585 cc | 1497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 84.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2560 mm |