2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2008 Toyota iQ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota iQ (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2003 Citroen Xsara. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota iQ should accelerate faster than 2003 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 360 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | iQ |
Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1329 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 32 L |