2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Toyota Previa is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Previa (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 665 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.
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, 2005 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Previa |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 82.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |