2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,955 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (155 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 580 kg more than 2006 Citroen Xsara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser (294 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Citroen Xsara. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 1981 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1749 cc | 3955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2740 mm |
