1999 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 10 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (129 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 250 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 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser (343 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Citroen Xsara 2009 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xsara Land Cruiser
Year Released 1999 2009
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1398 cc 2982 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 74 HP 129 HP
Torque 113 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3400 RPM 2000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 8 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1080 kg 1330 kg
Vehicle Length 4170 mm 4860 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1910 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1880 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2800 mm


 

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