2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2006 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2006 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 6 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 145 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 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen Xsara. (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Citroen Xsara | 2006 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1868 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 415 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2800 mm |
