2006 Citroen Xsara vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Citroen Xsara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Citroen Xsara (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (78 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Citroen Xsara should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 34 kg more than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2006 Citroen Xsara (205 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (147 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla. 2002 Toyota Corolla has automatic transmission and 2006 Citroen Xsara has manual transmission. 2006 Citroen Xsara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Toyota Corolla will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Citroen Xsara | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | Xsara | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 205 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1190 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
