1999 Citroen Xantia vs. 2000 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2000 Toyota Yaris is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xantia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Citroen Xantia (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Xantia should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 460 kg more than 2000 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Citroen Xantia (214 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Yaris. (88 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xantia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Citroen Xantia | 2000 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Yaris |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 69 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.7 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |