2000 Citroen Xanae vs. 2002 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2002 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xanae. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xanae would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (145 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (58 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xanae. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xanae. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xanae. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Toyota RAV4 (200 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xanae. (142 Nm). This means 2002 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xanae. 2002 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2000 Citroen Xanae has manual transmission. 2000 Citroen Xanae will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xanae | 2002 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xanae | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 58 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2500 mm |
