2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Celica (115 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 15 kg more than 1998 Toyota Celica.
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, 1998 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Celica |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |