1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2011 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 13 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1695 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 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2011 Toyota Sequoia (543 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara. 2011 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2011 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2011 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1399 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 381 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 2715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1956 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3099 mm |
