2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2004 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Citroen Xsara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Celica (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 271 kg more than 2004 Toyota Celica.
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, 2005 Citroen Xsara (214 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Celica. (170 Nm). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2004 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
