2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Carina would be higher. Both 2000 Citroen Xsara and 1996 Toyota Carina are equipped with a 1,587 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 42 kg more than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1587 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1104 kg | 1146 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |