1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2003 Toyota Condor is newer by 4 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Condor (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Condor should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 272 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 2003 Toyota Condor 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, 2003 Toyota Condor 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 (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Condor. (195 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Condor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Condor |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1632 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
