2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Yaris is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Citroen Xsara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Citroen Xsara would be higher. At 1,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Yaris (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2005 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2008 Toyota Yaris (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Citroen Xsara. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Citroen Xsara | 2008 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Citroen | Toyota |
Model | Xsara | Yaris |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1363 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 14.8 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1098 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.8 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |