2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
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 Supra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Supra would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP) has 217 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Supra weights approximately 397 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 Supra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 Toyota Supra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Supra (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Supra 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 Supra | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Supra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 325 HP |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1218 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
