2001 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu YRV (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2001 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 190 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, both vehicles can yield 120 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | YRV |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 36 L |
