2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,587 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 103 kg more than 1988 Toyota Carina.
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, 1988 Toyota Carina (140 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |