2005 Citroen Xsara vs. 2009 Daihatsu Trevis
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Trevis is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Citroen Xsara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Citroen Xsara (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 585 kg more than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 1900 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis. (91 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Daihatsu Trevis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Citroen Xsara | 2009 Daihatsu Trevis | |
| Make | Citroen | Daihatsu |
| Model | Xsara | Trevis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 3420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
