2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1992 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Toyota Previa (132 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (74 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Toyota Previa weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1992 Toyota Previa (207 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1992 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1992 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Previa |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 132 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 207 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
