2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Bandeirante would be higher. At 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (108 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. (96 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Bandeirante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 800 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 1996 Toyota Bandeirante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Citroen Xsara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante 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, 1996 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1996 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2290 mm |
