2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (138 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1036 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser (322 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Citroen Xsara 1989 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Citroen Toyota
Model Xsara Land Cruiser
Year Released 2000 1989
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1587 cc 3980 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 108 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 147 Nm 322 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1104 kg 2140 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1820 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2740 mm


 

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