1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2004 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 5 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota RAV4 (144 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 4 kg more than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2004 Toyota RAV4 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, 2004 Toyota RAV4 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 2004 Toyota RAV4. (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 144 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.2 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2470 mm |
