1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Daihatsu Terios
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Terios (81 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 25 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Terios is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Terios 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Terios. (106 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Terios.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Daihatsu Terios | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Terios |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1397 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2430 mm |
