2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser would be higher. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (153 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser weights approximately 1602 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.
Because 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser 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, 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser (391 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 1998 Toyota Mega Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Mega Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 4164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 2850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3400 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 108 L |
