2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2003 Toyota Condor
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Condor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Condor would be higher. At 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Condor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Condor. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Condor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Condor weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Because 2003 Toyota Condor 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 2003 Toyota Condor. 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, 2003 Toyota Condor (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Condor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2003 Toyota Condor | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Condor |
Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1749 cc | 2438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.7 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1495 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |