2003 Citroen Xsara vs. 2012 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2012 Toyota iQ is newer by 9 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 220 kg more than 2012 Toyota iQ. 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, 2003 Citroen Xsara (113 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Citroen Xsara | 2012 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | iQ |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3051 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 32 L |
