2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Seat Toledo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Seat Toledo would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Toledo (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Toledo weights approximately 160 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, 1996 Seat Toledo (181 Nm) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Seat Toledo | |
| Make | Citroen | Seat |
| Model | Xsara | Toledo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
