2000 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2012 Toyota Aygo is newer by 12 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 1,868 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Citroen Xsara (70 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 246 kg more than 2012 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2000 Citroen Xsara (128 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Aygo |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1868 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.2 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2340 mm |