2004 Citroen Xsara vs. 1997 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2004 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Celica (114 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Toyota Celica.
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, 1997 Toyota Celica (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen Xsara. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen Xsara | 1997 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1527 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1246 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
