1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 40 kg more than 2013 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 (153 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 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 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xsara | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2510 mm |
