2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (168 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 902 kg more than 2004 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1993 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2860 mm |
