2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2000 Toyota GT1
To start off, 2001 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota GT1 would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota GT1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Toyota GT1. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota GT1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 346 kg more than 2000 Toyota GT1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Toyota GT1 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Toyota GT1. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Citroen Xsara (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota GT1. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota GT1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2000 Toyota GT1 | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | GT1 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 93.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 72.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2810 mm |
