2000 Citroen Xantia vs. 2005 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xantia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xantia would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (164 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 309 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xantia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Toyota Tacoma (250 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xantia. (153 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xantia | 2005 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xantia | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 250 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1554 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3240 mm |