1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 15 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen Xsara (165 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 594 kg more than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (193 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1794 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 5286 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3246 mm |